Cleo A. Noel, Jr.
1918–1973 (age 55)
Diplomat/Military Officer
Biography
Cleo A. Noel, Jr. answered his country‘s call as both a military officer and a diplomat, guiding delicate negotiations with a steady presence shaped by years of disciplined service. His career reflected a deep commitment to representing the United States abroad while upholding the values forged in uniform.
Colleagues remember him for his measured judgment and the sincere warmth he brought to every encounter, qualities that endeared him to allies and adversaries alike. His final rest at Arlington National Cemetery honors a life spent in steadfast service to his nation.